Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor Physician Assistant Program

Physician Assistant Studies Program Faculty Position

The University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) invites applications for a full-time, 12-month, tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor in the Master of Physician Assistant Studies Program. The selected candidate will report directly to the Program Director and will collaborate closely with PA faculty and staff to support the program's mission and ensure ongoing compliance with ARC-PA accreditation standards. UMES is committed to providing time, support, and resources for the professional growth and development of its faculty. Salary and rank are commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Salary: $118,000 - $134,000

Benefits: The University of Maryland Eastern Shore, as a University System of Maryland institution and a Maryland State agency, provides a comprehensive benefits package to all regular faculty and staff. The Office of Employee Benefits provides consultative services and assistance with benefits planning, enrollment, and changes. Eligible employees may participate in a variety of benefit plans including: health insurance, prescription drug, dental, and flexible spending accounts, vision coverage, retirement plans, tuition remission benefits, and paid holidays.

Responsibilities

• Teaching: Teach assigned didactic and/or clinical courses within the PA curriculum as designated by the Program Director or Director of Didactic Education.
• Service: Serve on the PA Program Admissions Committee, engage in departmental, school, and university-level committee work and service activities, and participate in community outreach and service initiatives.
• Scholarship/Research: Engage in scholarly activities, including research, grant writing, quality improvement initiatives, curriculum innovation, or educational scholarship.
• Other: Participate in accreditation and compliance-related activities, perform other duties as assigned by the Program Director that support the success of the PA Program and School of Pharmacy and Health Professions.

Qualifications

Master's degree from an ARC-PA accredited program. Current NCCPA certification. Minimum of 1 year of clinical experience. Current license or eligibility for licensing as a physician assistant in the State of Maryland. OR A board-certified Doctor of Medicine/Osteopathy with a full unrestricted MD license or eligibility to obtain such a licensure in the State of Maryland. OR Doctoral degree in a health or science related field.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Candidates should possess excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills. Ability to work effectively as a team member. Ability to comply with accreditation standards.

Physical Demands

May require extended periods of standing, bending, stooping, sitting at desk. May require lifting. Requires communication with a variety of constituents externally and internally. Requires operation of a variety of office equipment.

EEO Statement

UMES is an EEO/AA employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, age, sex, color, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or political affiliation. Minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The successful candidate must be able to show acceptable documentation establishing the right to accept employment in the United States of America without employer sponsorship.

Diversity Statement

The University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) is an equal access, equal opportunity institution fully committed to diversity in education and employment. All students, employees, and the campus community at UMES are valued, respected, and have the opportunity to receive an equitable experience in an inclusive, welcoming environment of openness and appreciation.

Title IX Statement

It is the policy of the University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) to comply with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, which prohibits discrimination (including sexual harassment and sexual violence) based on sex in the University's educational programs and activities. Title IX also prohibits retaliation for asserting or otherwise participating in claims of sex discriminations or harassment.